King 'ready to support' police as they assess Andrew claims over Epstein

King Charles has expressed his readiness to support police investigations into allegations against his brother, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, amid new revelations linked to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. Buckingham Palace emphasized the King’s profound concern over the claims and stated that while the specific allegations are for Andrew to address, the Palace will cooperate if approached by authorities. Thames Valley Police confirmed they are assessing whether to investigate a complaint filed by the monarchy group Republic, which accuses Andrew of suspected misconduct in public office and breaching official secrets. The allegations stem from emails in recently released Epstein files suggesting Andrew shared confidential information about official visits and investment opportunities with Epstein. These include reports from trips to Singapore, Hong Kong, and Vietnam, as well as sensitive details about investments in Afghanistan. The emails indicate that Andrew forwarded official documents to Epstein shortly after receiving them, potentially violating the duty of confidentiality expected of trade envoys. Buckingham Palace reiterated that the King and Queen’s sympathies remain with all victims of abuse. The King’s intervention follows heightened public scrutiny and pressure after the release of over three million documents related to Epstein. The files include disturbing claims of a second woman being sent to the UK for a sexual encounter with Andrew, as well as photographs purportedly showing inappropriate conduct. The controversy has also affected Andrew’s ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, whose name appears in emails seeking support and money from Epstein. Last week, Andrew was relocated from his Windsor residence to the King’s private estate at Sandringham, a move seen as significant amid ongoing fallout. Andrew was stripped of his royal titles in October 2025 following earlier Epstein-related revelations. He continues to deny any wrongdoing. Meanwhile, the Prince and Princess of Wales have expressed deep concern for the victims, with Kensington Palace emphasizing their focus remains on those affected as Prince William prepares for a diplomatic visit to Saudi Arabia. The situation underscores ongoing challenges for the royal family as they navigate the implications of the Epstein scandal.